CAPEX Project Lead

Baxter International Inc.; Sesto Fiorentino; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Baxter International Inc. in Sesto Fiorentino is seeking a CAPEX Project Lead to shape the future of our facility through capital investment and engineering projects.

You will work closely with the Engineering Manager to take projects from definition through installation, testing, start-up and qualification, ensuring GMP, safety, quality and budget requirements are met. You will coordinate cross-functional teams across operations, planning, and validation to deliver compliant, dependable site

Qualifications

• Engineering degree or equivalent technical education.
• Experience in engineering, maintenance, facilities, utilities or capital-project execution in a regulated environment.
• Understanding of project management fundamentals: scope, schedule, cost, risk, reporting.
• Knowledge of GMP, EHS, technical documentation and equipment qualification principles a bonus.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and communication skills; coordinate stakeholders.
• Good level of English for technical docs and stakeholder communication.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and Engineering Manager to define the site investment plan and translate priorities into engineering projects.
• Lead projects from technical definition through installation, testing, start-up and closure for operational use.
• Monitor scope, timelines, costs, risks and actions to stay aligned with objectives.
• Coordinate installation and commissioning of equipment, utilities, and plant systems.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, EHS and Engineering to minimize disruption and protect operations.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers and partners to meet GMP, quality, safety and environmental standards.
• Support qualification activities and IQ/OQ documentation with Quality and Validation.
• Prepare CAPEX documentation, cost estimates and progress updates for stakeholders.
• Maintain drawings, manuals, specs, certifications and project records.
• Contribute to EHS risk assessments for equipment and facility modifications.
• Ensure safe, compliant, and dependable site solutions throughout project execution.

Skills

Project management

Planning

Problem-solving

Communication

English proficiency

Education

Engineering degree

Job description

This is where your work makes a difference.

At Baxter, we believe every person—regardless of who they are or where they are from—deserves a chance to live a healthy life. It was our founding belief in 1931 and continues to be our guiding principle. We are redefining healthcare delivery to make a greater impact today, tomorrow, and beyond.

Our Baxter colleagues are united by our Mission to Save and Sustain Lives. Together, our community is driven by a culture of courage, trust, and collaboration. Every individual is empowered to take ownership and make a meaningful impact. We strive for efficient and effective operations, and we hold each other accountable for delivering exceptional results.

Here, you will find more than just a job—you will find purpose and pride.

About the role

At Baxter’s Sesto Fiorentino site, we are looking for a CAPEX Project Lead to help shape the future of our facility through capital investment and engineering projects.

Working closely with the Engineering Manager, you will take projects from technical definition and planning through installation, testing, start-up and qualification support. You will have the opportunity to work across equipment, utilities and plant infrastructure, helping us modernize the site while ensuring projects meet GMP, safety, quality, budget and business requirements.

This is a great opportunity for an engineer who enjoys being close to operations and wants to broaden their experience in CAPEX and project management within a regulated manufacturing environment.

What you will be doing

• Collaborate with the Plant Manager and Engineering Manager in defining the site investment plan, helping turn operational and business priorities into well-defined engineering projects that strengthen the facility’s long-term reliability.
• Lead assigned projects from technical definition and preparation of approval documentation through installation, testing, start-up and closure, ensuring investments are delivered effectively and ready for operational use.
• Monitor scope, timelines, costs, risks and open actions, keeping projects aligned with agreed objectives and enabling timely decisions when challenges arise.
• Coordinate the installation and commissioning of equipment, utilities, machinery and plant systems, helping deliver safe, compliant and dependable solutions for the site.
• Partner with Production, Quality, Maintenance, EHS and Engineering to plan activities carefully, minimize disruption and protect the continuity of site operations.
• Coordinate contractors, suppliers and technical partners, ensuring that project work is completed to the required technical, GMP, quality, safety and environmental standards.
• Support qualification activities and IQ/OQ documentation with Quality and Validation, helping ensure new or modified systems are compliant and suitable for their intended use.
• Prepare CAPEX documentation, cost estimates and clear project updates, giving stakeholders visibility of progress, budget, key risks, decisions and next steps.
• Maintain complete drawings, manuals, specifications, certifications and project records, ensuring that technical information remains accurate, controlled and accessible.
• Contribute to EHS risk assessments for equipment, utilities and facility modifications, helping create a safe working environment throughout project execution and beyond.

What you will bring

• A degree in Engineering or equivalent technical education.
• Experience in engineering, maintenance, facilities, utilities or capital-project execution, ideally within a regulated manufacturing environment.
• Understanding of project management fundamentals, including scope, schedule, cost, risk, supplier coordination and reporting.
• Knowledge of GMP, EHS, technical documentation and equipment or utility qualification principles would be an advantage.
• Strong planning, problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to coordinate different stakeholders and keep projects moving forward.
• A good level of English, enabling you to work with technical documentation and communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders.

Why join us?

This is a great opportunity to work on meaningful technologies that have a direct impact on healthcare. You’ll be part of a collaborative, innovative environment where your technical expertise will help shape solutions that improve lives every day.

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. At Baxter, we are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices. The minimum salary for this position is €41.600 annually. Your initial pay could be at the minimum or higher based on skills, expertise, experience, and other relevant factors, all of which are subject to change. This position may also be eligible for competitive benefits and incentives.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Baxter is an equal opportunity employer. Baxter evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, disability/handicap status or any other legally protected characteristic.

Reasonable Accommodations

Baxter is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please click on the link here and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.